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SUMMARY:Ties That Bind and Ties That Sever: Russia and Ukraine (Mercer)
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place October 4 and 11\, 10:00a.m.-Noon\, at Mercer Community Center\, with Michael Hittle.\nPlease note that this class is offered in TWO locations. Click here for the Hurley class\, which will take place October 18 and 25.\nClick here for supplementary reading materials.\nThis course has two objectives. First\, to provide an overview of the tangled relationship between the peoples of Muscovy and Russia\, on the one hand\, and the peoples of the geographic area known as Ukraine\, on the other. In pursuit of this objective\, the course will survey major political events\, leading personalities\, and defining cultural developments that have shaped the main contours of the relationship between these two peoples over the course of more than 1000 years.  \nThe second objective will be to observe the ways in which history itself\, as recorded and interpreted from the days of monastic chroniclers to the age of secular historians\, has played an active role in creating notions of national identity that are so central to this complex interaction of peoples.  \nThis course will be a mixture of lecture and discussion of some readings-with an emphasis on the former.  \nAfter a brief introduction to the geography of the area in question\, the first session will trace the political activities of the main political entities that have sought to control all or part of Ukraine and identify the cultural imprints these powers left on the institutions and peoples of Ukraine. The second session will focus on the place of Ukraine within imperial Russia and then the Soviet Union. It will conclude by taking a look at a provocative interpretation that places the Russian-Ukrainian question within a broader context of 21st century international relations.  \nRequirements: The instructor will provide readings for the students—some online\, others to be handed out. Primary source readings will be emphasized.  \nInstructor: Michael Hittle\, PhD \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/ties-that-bind-and-ties-that-sever-russia-and-ukraine-mercer/2023-10-04/
LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Wild Rice Soup: The Ecology\, History and Harvest of Wisconsin's Native Grain
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place August 8\, 22 and 29\, 3:00-5:00p.m. at the Mercer Community Center\, with an optional field trip September 8\, with teachers John Olson of WDNR and Peter David of GLIFWC\, both retired biologists.\nJoin two retired experts on wild rice for a fascinating\, informative (and delicious!) class on Wisconsin’s native grain. Learn about the cultural significance of wild rice\, or manoomin\, to the Ojibwe\, threats of climate change\, and restoration efforts. Plus in the third\, hands-on session\, you’ll learn how to make a “knocker\,” and have a wild rice tasting experience. You have the option to register for three classroom sessions only\, or to sign up for the additional field trip and see how wild rice is harvested! \nSession 1: Introduction to Manoomin \nEcology\, Taxonomy\, Habitat Requirements\, Lifecycle\, Annual Variation\, etc. \nEcological Values: To wildlife\, water quality\, etc. \n[Break] \nCultural Significance: In Ojibwe society\, to early European explorers\, and in the treaties. \nTraditional Harvesting & Finishing \nSession 2: Wild Rice Stewardship \nThreats (Including Climate Change) \nAbundance Surveys \nTrends in Abundance\, Status today \n[Break] \nCooperative Restoration Efforts (Including Committees and Plans) \nRestoration Techniques \nWhat you can do for Manoomin \nSession 3: Rice Harvest Today \nContemporary Harvesting: Western Great Lakes (WI\, MI\, MN) \nRules and Regulations \nTechnique & Etiquette in the field  \nSafety & “critters-in-the-canoe” \nMaking “Knockers”; Pushpole or paddle options \nFinishing Options \nWebsite and Resources \nCooking and Sampling! \nWILD Wild Rice versus Cultivated \n  \nSession 4:   Optional Field Trip Day \nRespectful Harvesting. Location and details TBD depending on interest. (May require purchase of a Wisconsin Wild Ricing License (available only to Wisconsin residents)). \n  \nInstructors: John Olson and Peter David \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/wild-rice-soup-the-ecology-history-and-harvest-of-wisconsins-native-grain/
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SUMMARY:Dijon: More than Mustard - Pointers on France for Travelers
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION: This class will take place June 13 and 20\, 1:00p.m.\, at Mercer Community Center.\nLearn about Stereotypes\, Attitudes\, Manners\, Menus\, Money and Essential Phrases. Ça va? Oui\, ça va! Plus\, an in-depth exploration of the city of Dijon. \nThis class will reference the following books:\nFrench Phrase book and dictionary\, 8th Edition by Rick Steves\nDijon\, France and the Burgundy Region by B.G Preston\nInstructor Brian Tarro holds a PhD. in French\, taught French at Carroll College\, and has traveled to France 40 times. \nInstructor: Brian Tarro \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/dijon-more-than-mustard-pointers-on-france-for-travelers/2023-06-13/
LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Raising Chickens in Northern Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place June 12 and 14\, 6:00-8:00p.m.\, at the Mercer Community Center\, with instructor Bruce Bacon.\nLearn about your choices in chicken breeds and their purposes in a home flock in northern Wisconsin. Learn about the equipment needs and costs involved in raising chickens. How do you get your first flock? Eggs\, chicks or young adults?   \nThe first 2 hour class will be inside covering lots of materials with handouts so note keeping will be at a minimum. The second class will start inside and then move outside to view equipment and if they are willing\, some chickens. We will try to keep questions until after this so as to get through all the material. \nWe will cover the following topics: \n\nProper housing\, food and water requirements for northern Wisconsin. \nSources for chickens. \nHow you can hatch your own once you get a flock started. \nBrooder requirements for chicks. \nEggs vs meat birds. \nFeed sources and costs. \nPredator management. \nThe pros and cons of keeping chickens. \nCan you make money selling eggs?\n\nRequirements: An interest in chickens and raising your own food. You will be given a list of books and magazines you might be interested in reading before (and during) you start your chicken adventure if this class gets you started. \nSuggested Reading: \nBruce’s Top Picks: \nThe Small-Scale Poultry Flock by Harvey Ussery\, 2011 \nStorey’s Guide to Raising Chickens by Gail Damerow\, 3 rd ed. 1995 \nHatching & Brooding Your Own Chicks by Gail Damerow\, 2013 \nGood Info on Specific Topics: \nThe New Rules of the Roost\, Organic Care & Feeding for the Family Flock by Robert & Hannah Litt\, 2018 \nThe Chicken Keeper’s Problem Solver by Chris Graham\, 2015 \nFun Reads: \nThe Chicken Whisperer’s Guide to Keeping Chickens by Andy C. Shneider & Dr. Bridget McCrea 2011 \nThe Field Guide to Chickens by Pam Percy\, 2006 \nChoosing & Keeping Chickens by Chris Graham\, 2006 \nThe Illlustrated Guide to Chickens\, How to choose them\, How to keep them by Celia Lewis\, 2011 \nKeeping Chickens\, Getting the best from your chickens by Jeremy Hobson\, 2007 \nLiving With Chickens by Jay Rossier\, 2002 \nThere are also monthly magazines specific to chickens and other poultry and the bigger commercial hatchery catalogs have very good info on raising chickens. Examples will be shown in class. \n\nInstructor: Bruce Bacon \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/raising-chickens-in-northern-wisconsin/
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SUMMARY:Rock'n'Roll's Golden Years: An EarObics Class from Buddy Holly to Woodstock
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place May 11\, 18 and 25\, 2:00-3:30p.m.\, at the Mercer Community Center\, with Rusty Wulff.\nThis course covers a representative sample of music/musicians ranging from Buddy Holly through Woodstock. There will be emphasis both on cultural context and on the music itself. \nRock emerged in the mid 1950s as a blending of mainstream pop\, rhythm and blues\, and country and western–styles that previously had remained relatively separate. This new style became the music of the emerging youth culture and was often associated with teen rebellion. \nWe will follow the story of how this rowdy first wave of rock and roll led the way to groups like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones before even going psychedelic by the end of the 1960s. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/rocknrolls-golden-years-an-earobics-class-from-buddy-holly-to-woodstock/2023-05-11/
LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Doing Music from the Inside Out 102
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place on April 8\, 15\, 22 and 29\, 10:00a.m. – Noon\, at the Mercer Public Library*.\n*Class on the 29th will take place at the Mercer Community Center. \nThis class can be taken as a continuation of the Doing Music From the Inside Out 101 class\, or if they have previous musical experience\, students are welcome to take this class without having taken 101. Level 2 will emphasize increasing skills\, musical knowledge\, and further enhancing sensitivity to the aspects of playing and even creating music. Fundamental guitar knowledge recommended\, including familiarity with guitar tuning\, chord diagrams\, basic tablature\, and basic chords like G\, A\, C\, D\, E. \nNo note reading required. Class content will build upon musical basics\, as well as move on with attention paid to students’ interests. \nNeed a guitar? Rent one for $20. Just add this to your class registration. \nPlease note that this class is limited to 8 students. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 892-3982 or (715) 476-2881. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/doing-music-from-the-inside-out-102/2023-04-08/
LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Doing Music From the Inside Out 101
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place January 21 and 28\, and February 4 and 11\, 10:00a.m. to Noon\, at the Mercer Community Center.\nBack by popular demand\, Doing Music From the Inside Out with Rusty Wulff returns for 2023! \nThis class is designed to give the adult beginning/inexperienced musician opportunities to engage with music\, and to actually play some music\, too. \nRequirements:  \n– NO MUSIC READING & NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY (…or memory of such). \n– Curiosity and a sense of humor! \n– A functional/playable acoustic (non-amplified) guitar. Fe staff can help those who may need to find a guitar to rent. \n– Instructor will provide African hand drums & percussion instruments. \n–  Take notes as individuals prefer. \nThis is a hands-on music offering both for those who miss their past days in music as well as individuals who never pursued learning to “do music” but find themselves wishing for a do-over. \nThroughout our four 2-hour meetings\, we will cover a variety of concepts and ideas. These will be introduced organically as they emerge to be interesting and relevant to our group. While there is no limit to what we could explore\, we’ll begin with basics from which curiosity\, questions\, and enthusiasm will likely surface. The direction of following sessions will be determined by class participants’ interests; hence the title “Music from the Inside Out.” \nBeginning from the first class\, we’ll use our ears and imaginations to actually make music with guitars and hand drums/percussion Rhythm\, melody\, harmony along with newly emerging technique/skill will immerse us in organic music exploration\, listening\, and appreciation. \nNeed a guitar? Rent one for $20. Just add this to your class registration. \nPlease note that this class is limited to 8 students. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0210 or (715) 892-3982. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/doing-music-from-the-inside-out-101/
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SUMMARY:“Rule by Strongmen”: Europe between the Wars and the Troubling  Legacy of Fascism
DESCRIPTION:A new class with Dr. Mary Magray\, January 18\, 20\, 25\, and 27 from 10:00AM-Noon at the Mercer Community Center.\nHistorians like to say that\, although history does not repeat itself\, it does often seem to rhyme. And although direct comparison of one historical era with another—or with the present—is a perilous enterprise\, fraught with complication\, misreading\, and misinterpretation\, still\, it can be enormously instructive. Today\, many Western democracies\, including the United States\, face challenges from a growing illiberal\, authoritarian political movement that is increasingly being compared with the fascism of the 1920s and 1930s. Are we\, as one scholar has recently asked\, in danger of a fascist revival today? \nIt is a complicated but intriguing question\, and in attempting to address it\, we will explore the history of Europe during the two decades following the First World War. From the 1919 Treaty of Versailles to the outbreak in 1939 of yet another “great war\,” we will examine the rise of fascist dictatorships in Italy and Germany and the catastrophic consequences of their attempt to destroy democracy in Europe. It is an historical era long over\, one defined by a political ideology that\, until recently\, was believed to have been completely discredited. But it has reared its ugly head once again\, potentially threatening the Western political order that we have long taken for granted as unassailable. \n\nClass 1: Versailles & the Uneasy Peace Settlement of the “Great War”\nClass 2: The Emergence of Fascist Ideology in Italy\nClass 3: Hitler & the Dismantling of German Democracy\nClass 4: The New Authoritarianism of the 21st Century\n\nRequirements: Handouts and suggested readings to be provided. \nInstructor: Dr. Mary Magray \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0210 or (715) 892-3982. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/the-history-and-legacy-of-fascism/
LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Just Playing: Free Music Class!
DESCRIPTION:FREE Music Class Saturday\, January 14\, 10:00a.m.-Noon\, at the Mercer Community Center!\nMaster teacher Rusty Wulff will offer a gentle\, single-session introduction to his music-teaching style. The emphasis will be on beginning guitar and playing African hand drums. Perfect for beginners and those who haven’t played an instrument in a long time. Rusty will help you find your own rhythm and enthusiasm for music. \nGuitars and hand drums will be provided. \nIf you enjoy this class\, you can sign up for Rusty’s Doing Music From the Inside Out 101 class\, starting January 21. \nThis class is limited to 12 students. Please sign up soon!\nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (906) 285-7517. \nRegistration Issues/Troubleshooting: If you are registering with one email address for two or more people\, please register each person individually (i.e. do not register all at once\, but add students one at a time to checkout). If you continue to have difficulty or have another question\, please contact us.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/free-music-class/
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SUMMARY:Doing Music from the Inside Out 102 (Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:This class will take place Oct 20\, 27\, Nov 3\, and 10\, from 3:00-5:00p.m.\, at the Mercer Community Center.\nThis class can be taken as a continuation of the Doing Music From the Inside Out 101 class\, or if they have previous musical experience\, students are welcome to take this class without having taken 101. Level 2 will emphasize increasing skills\, musical knowledge\, and further enhancing sensitivity to the aspects of playing and even creating music. Fundamental guitar knowledge recommended\, including familiarity with guitar tuning\, chord diagrams\, basic tablature\, and basic chords like G\, A\, C\, D\, E. \nNo note reading required. Class content will build upon musical basics\, as well as move on with attention paid to students’ interests. \nNeed a guitar? Rent one for $20. Just add this to your class registration. \nPlease note that this class is limited to 8 students. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0210 or (715) 892-3982.
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LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Doing Music From the Inside Out 101 (Level 1)
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to give the adult beginning/inexperienced musician opportunities to engage with music\, and to actually play some music\, too. \nRequirements:  \n– NO MUSIC READING & NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY (…or memory of such). \n– Curiosity and a sense of humor! \n– A functional/playable acoustic (non-amplified) guitar. Fe staff can help those who may need to find a guitar to rent. \n– Instructor will provide African hand drums & percussion instruments. \n–  Take notes as individuals prefer. \nThis is a hands-on music offering both for those who miss their past days in music as well as individuals who never pursued learning to “do music” but find themselves wishing for a do-over. \nThroughout our four 2-hour meetings\, we will cover a variety of concepts and ideas. These will be introduced organically as they emerge to be interesting and relevant to our group. While there is no limit to what we could explore\, we’ll begin with basics from which curiosity\, questions\, and enthusiasm will likely surface. The direction of following sessions will be determined by class participants’ interests; hence the title “Music from the Inside Out.” \nBeginning from the first class\, we’ll use our ears and imaginations to actually make music with guitars and hand drums/percussion Rhythm\, melody\, harmony along with newly emerging technique/skill will immerse us in organic music exploration\, listening\, and appreciation. \nNeed a guitar? Rent one for $20. Just add this to your class registration. \nPlease note that this class is limited to 8 students. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (715) 892-3982.
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SUMMARY:Ear-Obics!
DESCRIPTION:This Fe University offering is intended to enhance students’ musical sensitivity and awareness through guided group listening. Using a wide variety of genres\, we will explore many musical examples with the goal of raising the listener’s awareness for an enriching experience. \nDid you know that Brian Wilson (The Beach Boys) and Paul McCartney (The Beatles) have both paid homage to J.S. Bach for major hit songs they’ve written over the years?…Not obscure tunes but songs everyone knows? \nCheck out the Fe University short course EAR-OBICS to learn AND hear the stories behind these little known facts. You will hear for yourself connections few (if any) people make as we enjoy learning and listening to a wide variety of musical styles. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (715) 892-3982.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/guided-listening-to-music/
LOCATION:Mercer Community Center\, 2648W Margaret Street\, Mercer\, Wisconsin\, 54547
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SUMMARY:Geology for Tourists
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE presentation open to the public on Friday\, June 3\, followed by a field trip on June 4. (Registration is required for the field trip ONLY.) \nHere in the Northwoods\, we take our unique environment for granted. But this land of lakes is the result of billions of years of geological processes. Sometimes incredibly violent\, these geological actions have left evidence in plain sight. In fact\, geologists from around the world come here to study. \nIn Geology for Tourists\, you will not be asked to identify and name rocks. Rather\, you will be exposed to the processes of geological cycles and to the main types of rock and formations which give evidence of our violent geological past. \nFriday\, June 3\, 10:00-Noon: FREE\, two-hour presentation at the Mercer Community Center\, open to the public\, sponsored by the Mercer Public Library. The presentation with Richard Thiede will focus on the main events and processes of our geological history from a molten ball to shallow ocean to a mountain range not unlike the Tetons to our beloved Northern Highlands and the geological basis of our thousands of lakes. Examples of the main rock and mineral types will be available and discussed. Sponsored by FeU and Mercer Library. Registration is NOT required. \nSaturday\, June 4\, 9:00AM-3:00PM: On a 6-hour tour led by Richard Thiede and Tony Stella\, you will stand on a 2.8-billion-year-old rock formation\, part of the first stable earth crust and see evidence of powerful erosive processes. You will see an amazing rock formation\, startlingly demonstrating the power of explosive volcanic activity. You will search a rock outcrop for evidence of the exact timeframe of the arising of life on earth. You will observe the results of the rending of the earth’s crust and its healing. You will learn of the cataclysm which ended the deposition of Iron County’s name mineral and tour the last remaining evidence of our mining heritage. \nYou will also get a bus ride from Mercer to northwest Iron County and Copper Falls State Park\, plus a box lunch. Please register for the field trip below. Friday free presentation is recommended for field trip participants. (You do not need to register for Friday’s presentation\, only for Saturday’s field trip.) \nInstructors: Richard Thiede and Anthony Stella \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in with payment. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (906) 285-7517.
URL:https://feuniversity.org/class/geology-for-tourists/
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SUMMARY:Doing Music From the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to give the adult beginning/inexperienced musician opportunities to engage with music\, and to actually play some music\, too. \nRequirements:  \n– NO MUSIC READING & NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY (…or memory of such). \n– Curiosity and a sense of humor! \n– A functional/playable acoustic (non-amplified) guitar. Fe staff can help those who may need to find a guitar to borrow. \n– Instructor will provide African hand drums & percussion instruments. \n–  Take notes as individuals prefer. \nThis is a hands-on music offering both for those who miss their past days in music as well as individuals who never pursued learning to “do music” but find themselves wishing for a do-over. \nThroughout our four 2-hour meetings\, we will cover a variety of concepts and ideas. These will be introduced organically as they emerge to be interesting and relevant to our group. While there is no limit to what we could explore\, we’ll begin with basics from which curiosity\, questions\, and enthusiasm will likely surface. The direction of following sessions will be determined by class participants’ interests; hence the title “Music from the Inside Out.” \nBeginning from the first class\, we’ll use our ears and imaginations to actually make music with guitars and hand drums/percussion Rhythm\, melody\, harmony along with newly emerging technique/skill will immerse us in organic music exploration\, listening\, and appreciation. \nPlease note that this class is limited to 8 students. \nInstructor: Rusty Wulff \nOffline Registration: Download PDF Registration Form\, complete and mail in. \nRegistration Questions? Contact us or call (715) 862-0201 or (906) 285-7517. \n 
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